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Plan rest on a long drive

Plan stops and allow changes when the driver is unfit.

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Done when

Rest stops and a fit driver are arranged.

Plan stops and allow changes when the driver is unfit.

Who this is for

Long-distance drivers; do not wait for the planned stop if sleepy.

Why this matters

The itinerary should not pressure a sleepy driver to continue.

How to do it

Guidance compiled from the references below; follow the applicability notes for this item.

  1. Plan travel after adequate rest and read medicine warnings.
  2. Identify safe rest locations and an overnight alternative.
  3. Agree to stop safely or change to a fit driver when sleepiness begins.

Evidence and references

  • Other
    Drowsy Driving(Opens in a new tab)NHTSARest before driving, recognizing sleepiness and stopping safely; no claim that caffeine makes an unfit driver safe. อ่านประกอบการเรียบเรียง / Accessed: 2026-10-05

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